Senior Accountant

capturerecruitment.com.au; City of Melbourne; On-site; AUD 80,000 - 110,000; Full time

Job summary

A leading accounting firm in Melbourne is seeking a Senior Accountant to manage and deliver high-quality accounting and taxation services to clients. Responsibilities include preparing tax returns, activity statements, and financial reporting, along with reviewing peer work for compliance. The ideal candidate will have a minimum of 5 years' experience in public practice and be a qualified accountant. Join a team where you can make a difference.

Qualifications

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a public practice accounting firm.
• Qualified accountant (CA/CPA).
• Proficient in Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, ATO Portal, and MS Office.

Responsibilities

• Prepare all types of client tax returns.
• Prepare Activity Statements and Super Guarantee Charge statements.
• Prepare monthly accounts and financial statements.
• Process client payroll.
• Review work completed by peers to ensure accuracy.
• Manage client communications.

Skills

5 years’ experience in public practice accounting

Qualified accountant (CA/CPA)

Proficient in Xero

Proficient in MYOB

Proficient in QuickBooks

Proficient in ATO Portal

Strong client payroll experience

Excellent time management

Excellent communication skills

Job description

We’re partnering with a client whose reputation is quietly but quickly rising across Melbourne. Known for being personable, strategic, and refreshingly upfront, they’ve built a loyal customer base that genuinely loves working with them.

Our client is seeking a Senior Accountant who will be responsible for managing and delivering high-quality accounting and taxation services to clients, including preparation of tax returns, activity statements, payroll, and financial reporting. This role also involves reviewing work from peers and managing client relationships to ensure compliance and accuracy.

Key Responsibilities

• Prepare all types of client tax returns
• Prepare Activity Statements and Super Guarantee Charge (SGC) statements
• Prepare monthly accounts and financial statements
• Process client payroll and assist with SGC requirements
• Review work completed by peers to ensure accuracy and compliance
• Manage client work and communications
• Provide guidance and support to junior staff

Required Experience & Skills

• Minimum 5 years’ experience in a public practice accounting firm
• Qualified accountant (CA/CPA)
• Proficient in Xero, MYOB, QuickBooks, ATO Portal, and MS Office
• Strong client payroll and bookkeeping experience
• Excellent time management, efficiency, and communication skills
• Ability to work both independently and collaboratively

About you

• Efficient, reliable, and able to manage your workload with confidence.
• A proactive team player who contributes positively to the workplace.
• Detail‑oriented, with a strong focus on accuracy and consistency.
• Comfortable communicating clearly with colleagues and clients.
• Respectful, genuine, and someone others enjoy working with.

Don’t wait, take the next step in your career and become part of a team that truly makes a difference.